Sanitary Plumbing to AS3500

Old Skool's point of difference lies with our team of Licenced Plumbers that ensure all works are installed to the highest standards and by AS3500.2 Sanitary Drainage.

Old Skool have completed numerous commercial, industrial and residential plumbing installations which have required;

Water Corp Sewer Mains & Extensions

Construction of Water Corporation sewer mains that enable successful clearance of WAPC conditions for subdivision.

Old Skool has completed many Water Corporation sewer mains, sewer extensions and sewer infill projects in the Perth Metropolitan area, regional and remote Western Australia for private developers and local government.

Fire Services

Rising Mains

We're experienced in PE and PVC wastewater rising main construction and offer this capability for sites that do not have enough fall for a gravity sewer system. Old Skool will install, test and commission the rising main in conjunction with the pump station installation to ensure the completed system is fit for purpose. If the site constraints are not suitable for open excavations, we can provide trenchless solutions to ensure existing assets are protected and costs are kept to a minimum. 

Storm Water

Old Skool is a dedicated provider of quality in-ground services throughout Western Australia. We deliver efficient, high-quality stormwater drainage solutions that are valued for money and exceed client expectations with extensive experience in the supply and installation of stormwater drainage.

We offer a full range of stormwater drainage services for any type of project from subdivisions to commercial installations, including:

Water Sensitive Urban Design Installations (WSUD)

WSUD is based on a commitment to sustainability to selectively manage runoff in built-up environments to protect the community, provide amenities and restore waterways and their biotic communities.

WSUD installations include off-line bio-infiltration basins, rain gardens, vegetated swales, retention systems, gross pollutant traps (GPTs) and other treatment devices.

Old Skool is experienced with WSUD installations and construction methods for Western Australian conditions. We can offer product selection recommendations and cost benefits for your next WSUD project.

On-site detention/retention systems (ecoAID & Stormtech systems)

Stormwater detention systems are utilised when a project site is required to store the volume of stormwater generated from a designed storm event for a short period to reduce peak flow rates with a controlled discharge into stormwater systems or waterways. These systems are usually installed where ground conditions (clay or high groundwater) are not suitable to rely on for infiltration.

Onsite stormwater retention systems are used for sites that have free-draining sands, where stormwater is collected, stored and released into the local environment by natural processes of infiltration, evaporation and evapotranspiration. Retention systems are the solution of choice for most developments in Perth due to the free-draining sands found on the Perth Coastal Plain.

Old Skool is the preferred installer of Geofabric, Australia's ecoAID stormwater management system and has extensive experience with Cubic M3's Stormtech systems to deliver structurally sound, cost and time-effective stormwater solutions for your next project.

Installation of concrete soak wells

Old Skool has been installing concrete soak wells since our inception in 1998. We take pride in the delivery of quality stormwater installations, to the highest standard of workmanship, with a consistent ability to meet our client's works program and budget requirements.

Drainage extensions

Old Skool is the preferred provider of stormwater drainage works to numerous local governments and private developers in the Perth Metro area and for Western Australia's regional councils and shires.

We specialise in drainage extensions and stormwater upgrades for town centre improvements & flood mitigation. Old Skool thrives on generating innovative solutions for complex projects, our logistics team coordinate and liaises with our vast network of support contractors such as traffic management, service locators, dewatering contractors & transport companies as well as Council representatives, Engineers and Developers to ensure the project is delivered to a high standard, on schedule and within budget.

Concrete, HDPE, PVC & GRP pipework

Old Skool is a specialist in stormwater drainage pipe networks. We have developed strong relationships with the best-performing suppliers of concrete, UPVC, High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE) and Glass Reinforced Plastic (GRP) pipes ensuring that any pipe network installed by Old Skool is of the highest quality, fit for purpose and will perform over and above the design life.

We offer sound advice and recommendations for product selection to our Clients and Consultants to deliver cost benefits and project success. Old Skool has the experience to ensure the correct application is selected for your next project for performance and longevity.

Box culverts

Reinforced Concrete Box culverts are the solution of choice for floodways and under roads/railways where there are high flows and low cover.

Old Skool is experienced with box culverts installations and construction methods for Western Australian conditions, from the Perth Metropolitan area through to the Wheatbelt and beyond to the Goldfields, Gascoyne, Pilbara and North West region. Our Logistics team have extensive experience in coordinating these works and procuring the materials, Plant, Equipment and personnel to any location state-wide to meet the project scope.

Stormwater basins, swales and bio-retention

Stormwater basins, swales and bio-retention systems are important to ensure water quality and quantity requirements are met. In a built environment, the volume of stormwater runoff is generally increased due to all the hard and impervious surfaces, with the runoff often picking up nutrients from landscaped areas, and litter and hydrocarbons from roadways.

Old Skool's experienced team ensure these systems are installed to the highest of standards, with a focus on the protection of community infrastructure and the surrounding environment from flooding and pollutants.

Gross pollutant traps & water quality treatment devices

Gross pollutant traps (GPTs) and other water quality treatment devices are increasingly being required for new developments to comply with Urban Water Management Plan requirements and are integral to water-sensitive urban design (WSUD) principles.

Our skilled team of project managers, supervisors and licenced plumbers are experienced installers of GPTs and other treatment devices and strive to keep up to date with the latest in leading-edge treatment technologies and products.

Subsoil drainage

Old Skool has installed thousands of metres of subsoil drainage throughout Perth, regional and remote Western Australia for our local government and land development clients.

We have successfully installed subsoil drainage systems to control groundwater in land development sites, sports playing fields, behind retaining walls, to protect building works/foundations and to protect road pavements from wetting and saturation.

Old Skool has the skilled personnel to complete any subsoil drainage installation, from a seemingly complex to a simple installation. We are experienced in coiled Ag drains, slotted PVC, blue metal and geo fabric wraps, including proprietary products such as Megaflo® and Draincoil®.

Sump conversions

Existing stormwater sumps found in the older areas of Perth are unsightly holes in the ground surrounded by high fences, take up valuable usable space and lack amenities. As usable space in community parks and ovals is now a premium commodity, many local governments are converting these unsightly sumps into green playing spaces for families to enjoy.

Old Skool has completed several sump conversions for local government with large below-ground ecoAID installations to contain the stormwater runoff. These public open spaces have now been transformed into beautiful assets that can be enjoyed by the community.

Stormwater/rainwater harvesting systems

With decreasing rainfall, drought and water restrictions now commonplace in Western Australia, stormwater and rainwater harvesting systems are increasingly gaining momentum as property owners, developers and local government look to become more environmentally responsible.

The Team at Old Skool are experienced in the construction of underground and above-ground storage systems that harvest stormwater runoff from paved areas and/or rainwater from roofed areas. We have the experience to assist in pump selection and installation so that the harvested water can be reused for irrigation or other purposes.

Stormwater pump stations and pressure mains

Old Skool is experienced in all stormwater pump station works, including the installation of 'pre-packaged' concrete and fibreglass pump stations and custom works to suit project requirements.

An initial site assessment will identify site constraints and provide recommendations for ballast design to ensure the wet wells don't float out of the ground due to groundwater.

Old Skool is experienced in PE and PVC pressure main construction and offers this capability for sites that do not have enough fall for a gravity stormwater system. Old Skool will supply, install, test and commission the pressure main in conjunction with the pump station installation to ensure the completed system is fit for purpose.

If the site constraints are not suitable for open excavations, we can provide trenchless solutions to ensure existing assets are protected and costs are kept to a minimum.

Water Reticulation

Old Skool has extensive experience in water reticulation works.

We deliver a full range of water capabilities with a dedicated, experienced and motivated team. We have a fully equipped fleet of company-owned and maintained plant and equipment for maximum productivity and value-added outcomes.

Our capabilities include, but are not limited to:

Water Corporation water mains and extensions

We partner with clients including major land developers, leading construction and civil companies, experienced civil engineers and the Water Corporation of WA. We have gained industry trust and maintained long-term business relationships with repeat business.

Our core business is the construction of water mains to Water Corporation requirements for new developments, subdivisions and upgrades to existing water mains.

We have completed Water Corporation water mains projects in the Perth Metropolitan area, regional and remote Western Australia for private developers and local government.

Backflow prevention devices

Old Skool offers a full range of services for backflow installations such as RPZDs, double check valves, bypass RPZD's and upgrades including project planning, shut down of existing facilities, connections to existing, testing and commissioning to ensure our client's facilities are upgraded without compromising their daily operations.

Old Skool prides itself in providing quality service, the highest standard of workmanship, and a consistent ability to meet customers' requirements the first time and within budget. That attitude derives from a culture driven by top management. We encompass our values throughout all aspects of our business.

Hydrant & valve replacement

Old Skool has completed contracts in the Perth metropolitan area, regional and remote Western Australia. We adapt to the evolving industry needs and are committed to delivering the best outcomes - whatever their complexity. Old Skool has invested in people, processes and capital equipment to meet any project's challenges. Old Skool is meticulous about safety, our team follow strict management systems, health and safety processes and protocols to consistently ensure the highest HSEQ standards. Old Skool's extensive experience in delivering quality water supply services to the AS3500 and Water Corporation standards has been recognised by our repeat clients with requests to upgrade and/or replace existing hydrants and valves that may be faulty, seized or non-compliant.

Hot and cold water supply/services to AS3500

Old Skool specialises in hydraulic installations by the AS3500 for all commercial & industrial projects including warehouses, shopping centres, service stations and education facilities. We install hot and cold water services for our Clients' commercial and industrial facilities.

Old Skool is led by a proactive management team who works closely with clients to provide cost-effective integrated solutions. Our team works consistently and purposefully to build mutually beneficial relationships based on respect and transparency.

Pressure Vessels

Pressure vessels/tanks are used as storage units to contain pressurised water generally for commercial and industrial applications where pump burnout and cycling issues or water hammer issues need to be resolved.

Old Skool's vast experience in pressure vessel installation assists our Clients as we provide innovative and comprehensive solutions for their hydraulic construction scope.

Water Storage Plants

Old Skool's capability in the water sector includes the installation of water storage tanks for potable and nonpotable/ agricultural water supply. We have completed contracts that required the supply and installation of corrugated steel and poly tank construction, working with our industry partners to deliver quality outcomes, adhere to work schedules and meet budget demands.